Construction Manager II

Minimum Qualifications

• Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in a field related to construction (i.e., engineering, architecture, construction)
• 2 years of Construction or Project Management related experience.

Preferred Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree in a field related to construction (i.e., engineering, architecture, construction)

3 years of Construction or Project Management related experience including five (5) years of experience in construction with emphasis on complex, fast-track, or phased project delivery.

Licensures and Certifications

None

ADA Compliance:

Physical Ability: Tasks involve the regular and sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and that may involve the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds); may occasionally involve heavier objects and materials (up to 100 pounds).

Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, odor, depth, texture, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

Environmental Factors: Tasks may require exposure to such environmental conditions as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, toxic agents, violence, disease, or pathogens.

The City of Atlanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the city will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in a field related to construction (i.e., engineering, architecture, construction)
• 2 years of Construction or Project Management related experience.

Preferred Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree in a field related to construction (i.e., engineering, architecture, construction)

3 years of Construction or Project Management related experience including five (5) years of experience in construction with emphasis on complex, fast-track, or phased project delivery.

Licensures and Certifications

None

ADA Compliance:

Physical Ability: Tasks involve the regular and sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and that may involve the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds); may occasionally involve heavier objects and materials (up to 100 pounds).

Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, odor, depth, texture, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

Environmental Factors: Tasks may require exposure to such environmental conditions as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, toxic agents, violence, disease, or pathogens.

The City of Atlanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the city will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

At the City of Atlanta, we are passionate about building and improving our community. Our police officers, firefighters and building inspectors keep our citizens safe. Our Public Works staff keeps our City clean. Our Atlanta Department of Transportation team helps maintain, build and improve our City's infrastructure. Our City planners help envision and shape future City growth. Our Parks & Recreation professionals enhance our quality of life.

Our engineers help keep our drinking water clean, the largest airport in the world (by passenger volume) operating and our buildings maintained. Along with the host of Finance, Procurement, and Human Resources professionals whose support is vital, we are the City of Atlanta! If you are seeking a meaningful role where you can make a real difference improving and growing our City, we welcome you to explore the job opportunities we have to offer.

Posting Expires: Open Until Filled

Salary: Commensurate with experience

General Description and Classification

The Construction Manager II for the City of Atlanta's Right of Way Permit Team holds a pivotal role in overseeing and managing the issuance of permits for activities within the public right of way. This position operates within the city's regulatory framework, ensuring compliance with ordinances, codes, and guidelines pertaining to construction, maintenance, and development projects within the right of way.

Supervision Received

The direction received is very general and focuses on results and is typically collaborative. Makes decisions on technical issues, diagnoses, or procedures in collaboration with supervisors or managers.

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Essential Duties

• Team Supervision and Leadership: Manage and lead the Right of Way Permit Team, including hiring, training, evaluating, and supervising staff members.

• Permit Issuance Oversight: Oversee the process of issuing permits for construction, maintenance, and other activities within the public right of way in alignment with city regulations.

• Policy Adherence: Ensure strict adherence to local ordinances, codes, and guidelines governing right of way usage, providing guidance and interpretation to the team and stakeholders.

• Collaboration and Coordination: Liaise with internal departments, external agencies, contractors, utility companies, and stakeholders to facilitate smooth operations and resolve conflicts related to right of way permits.

• Process Improvement: Continuously review and refine permit issuance procedures, implementing enhancements for efficiency, accuracy, and customer service.

• Risk Management: Identify potential risks, mitigate issues, and implement strategies to minimize disruptions and conflicts arising from right of way activities.

• Reporting and Documentation: Maintain accurate records, generate reports, and present findings to higher management or relevant authorities as required.

Decision Making

Selects from multiple procedures and methods to accomplish tasks.

Leadership Provided

Has managerial authority over a group of professional employees and/or a group of professional, technical, or administrative employees with multiple intermediate supervisors and/or team leaders.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully. It is not an exhaustive list.

• Construction Management Expertise: In-depth knowledge of construction practices, techniques, and principles relevant to right of way permitting processes.
• Regulatory Compliance: Comprehensive understanding and experience with local, state, and federal regulations governing right of way usage, permits, and construction activities.
• Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead, motivate, and manage a team effectively, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
• Communication and Negotiation: Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, coupled with strong negotiation abilities to interact with diverse stakeholders effectively.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities to address complex issues related to right of way permits and construction activities.
• Organization and Time Management: Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines within a dynamic environment.
• Computer Proficiency: Proficient in utilizing relevant software applications for permit management, data analysis, and reporting.

At the City of Atlanta, we are passionate about building and improving our community. Our police officers, firefighters and building inspectors keep our citizens safe. Our Public Works staff keeps our City clean. Our Atlanta Department of Transportation team helps maintain, build and improve our City's infrastructure. Our City planners help envision and shape future City growth. Our Parks & Recreation professionals enhance our quality of life.

Our engineers help keep our drinking water clean, the largest airport in the world (by passenger volume) operating and our buildings maintained. Along with the host of Finance, Procurement, and Human Resources professionals whose support is vital, we are the City of Atlanta! If you are seeking a meaningful role where you can make a real difference improving and growing our City, we welcome you to explore the job opportunities we have to offer.

Posting Expires: Open Until Filled

Salary: Commensurate with experience

General Description and Classification

The Construction Manager II for the City of Atlanta's Right of Way Permit Team holds a pivotal role in overseeing and managing the issuance of permits for activities within the public right of way. This position operates within the city's regulatory framework, ensuring compliance with ordinances, codes, and guidelines pertaining to construction, maintenance, and development projects within the right of way.

Supervision Received

The direction received is very general and focuses on results and is typically collaborative. Makes decisions on technical issues, diagnoses, or procedures in collaboration with supervisors or managers.

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Essential Duties

• Team Supervision and Leadership: Manage and lead the Right of Way Permit Team, including hiring, training, evaluating, and supervising staff members.

• Permit Issuance Oversight: Oversee the process of issuing permits for construction, maintenance, and other activities within the public right of way in alignment with city regulations.

• Policy Adherence: Ensure strict adherence to local ordinances, codes, and guidelines governing right of way usage, providing guidance and interpretation to the team and stakeholders.

• Collaboration and Coordination: Liaise with internal departments, external agencies, contractors, utility companies, and stakeholders to facilitate smooth operations and resolve conflicts related to right of way permits.

• Process Improvement: Continuously review and refine permit issuance procedures, implementing enhancements for efficiency, accuracy, and customer service.

• Risk Management: Identify potential risks, mitigate issues, and implement strategies to minimize disruptions and conflicts arising from right of way activities.

• Reporting and Documentation: Maintain accurate records, generate reports, and present findings to higher management or relevant authorities as required.

Decision Making

Selects from multiple procedures and methods to accomplish tasks.

Leadership Provided

Has managerial authority over a group of professional employees and/or a group of professional, technical, or administrative employees with multiple intermediate supervisors and/or team leaders.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully. It is not an exhaustive list.

• Construction Management Expertise: In-depth knowledge of construction practices, techniques, and principles relevant to right of way permitting processes.
• Regulatory Compliance: Comprehensive understanding and experience with local, state, and federal regulations governing right of way usage, permits, and construction activities.
• Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead, motivate, and manage a team effectively, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
• Communication and Negotiation: Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, coupled with strong negotiation abilities to interact with diverse stakeholders effectively.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities to address complex issues related to right of way permits and construction activities.
• Organization and Time Management: Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines within a dynamic environment.
• Computer Proficiency: Proficient in utilizing relevant software applications for permit management, data analysis, and reporting.